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Instructional Design Group offers online and virtual training covering material from NFPA and ICC codes and standards.

Courses can be used to review before industry certification exams. New courses added monthly in Fire Alarm, Fire Protection, Special Hazard Suppression Systems,

All courses include a 20-question quiz with answers directly from published codes and standards.

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Essential Skills

Ohm's Law

Ohm’s Law is a formula that was first published in 1827, and was derived from the observations of the relationship between voltage, current and resistance that was made by Georg Ohm. Ohm’s Law is used in the design of electrical circuits; the troubleshooting of electrical circuits using measurements compared to known values; and calculating the proper battery and power supply sizing. Ohm’s Law applies to any device, equipment, or component that is electrical in nature. Knowledge and practical application of Ohm’s Law is a skill that will enhance electrical competence. Code: NFPA 70 (2023) | Duration: 3 Contact-Hours | Cost: $30.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$35

Physical Science Principles

Physical science is the study of the laws and systems that are associated with matter and energy. The characteristics of matter and its properties have an influence over every body that takes up space. Matter is acted upon by energy which represents the ability to do work. Matter is anything that takes up space, and energy can neither be created, nor destroyed. Physical science plays a role in the disciplines of engineering technicians, and a knowledge of how the universe behaves will enhance competence. This includes the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations to describe phenomenon’s that occur between matter and energy. And to be able to anticipate how environmental conditions will affect system operation and reliability.

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$65

Fire Alarm Qualification Calculator

IDG University offers a no-cost fire alarm technician qualification evaluation. The Fire Alarm Qualification Calculator is a free online evaluation of basic fire alarm system knowledge. The 20-question quiz will present five topics, with four questions each. The topics are: Fire Alarm System Fundamentals; Fire Alarm System Documentation; Fire Alarm System Initiating Devices; Fire Alarm System Notification Appliances; and Protected Premises Alarm Systems. The Qualification Calculator can be used to identify areas of weakness and training needed.

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Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

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Fire Alarm Systems

Fire Alarm System Fundamentals

The purpose of fire alarm and signaling systems is to protect life and property. NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, provides the requirements for the basic functions and fundamentals for fire alarm systems. Fire alarm system fundamentals govern the aspects of the equipment; system design and installation; the qualification requirement of personnel; power supplies; and system signals. Documentation is a fundamental, and the topic is covered in its own course; Fire Alarm System Documentation. Code: NFPA 72 (2025) | Duration: 3 Contact-Hours | Cost: $30.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$35

Fire Alarm System Notification Appliances

Notification Appliances attached to fire alarm and signaling systems provide indication to occupants using visual, audible, tactile and textual methods. Notification appliances are designed to be perceived by any person and the appliances stimulate either the sense of sight, touch or hearing. Fire alarm and signaling system designers will select the appropriate appliance for the application. Sleeping areas will have low-frequency sounders, occupancies where large number or people gather will have voice instructions, or those with extreme hearing loss may have devices to shake their bed to awaken them. Fire alarm system notification appliances are required and it is essential to the protection of life. Code: NFPA 72 (2025) | Duration: 3 Contact-Hours | Cost: $30.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$35

Fire Alarm System Initiating Devices

Fire alarm and signaling systems rely on initiating devices to transmit a change-of-state, which signal is processed by programming to activate outputs. Initiating devices attached to a fire alarm system are either automatic, or manually activated. Initiating devices detect particles of combustion, heat, gases, temperature, position of valves and monitors equipment. The performance of initiating devices requires the proper selection, location according to NFPA 72, the Fire Alarm and Signaling Code. Code: NFPA 72 (2025) | Duration: 3 Contact-Hours | Cost: $30.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$35

Fire Alarm System Documentation

The Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 72, requires that all aspects of a fire alarm system design, testing, service, repair and acceptance be documented. This requirement applies to new and existing systems, and it does not limit additional documentation from being generated. NFPA 72 has combined all the documentation requirements into Chapter 7 of the code. The documentation associated with fire alarm and signaling systems ensure the equipment is properly maintained and will perform as designed during a fire or other emergency. The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) will make periodic inspections to ensure fire alarm and signaling systems are properly maintained by examining required documentation. Code: NFPA 72 (2025) | Duration: 3 Contact-Hours | Cost: $30.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$35

Protected Premises Alarm Systems

The Protected Premises Alarm and Signaling System is the basis of all other systems found in the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 72. The requirements for a Protected Premises will apply to fire alarm systems and signaling systems that utilize voice instructions during non-fire emergencies. The purpose of a Protected Premises Alarm and Signaling Systems is to protect life and property from the losses due to fire within the building they are installed, and NFPA 72 allows Dedicated Systems. Dedicated systems will perform emergency control functions to enhance the survivability during a fire when building codes do not require a fire alarm system. The features of a protected premises are the basic fundamentals that are found in dedicated systems, fire alarm systems and emergency voice and communication systems. Code: NFPA 72 (2025) | Duration: 4 Contact-Hours | Cost: $40.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$45

Fire Alarm ITM (Insp/Test/Maint)

The inspection, testing and maintenance (ITM) of fire alarm and signaling systems will start when the system is commissioned, and end when it is removed from service. The National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72) requires periodic inspections and testing to ensure systems will operate as designed. Fire alarm and signaling systems are required to be maintained, and deficiencies found during inspections and testing must be corrected. Testing. inspection and maintenance is performed according to NFPA 72 by qualified personnel, and the responsibility of the Owner. Code: NFPA 72 (2025) | Duration: 4 Contact-Hours | Cost: $40.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$45

Fire Alarm Technician Training Series

The Fire Alarm Technician Training Series is designed to present the skills and knowledge to produce competent fire alarm technicians who install, inspect, test and maintain fire alarm and signaling systems. The course is comprised of seven modules covering Ohm’s Law; fire alarm system fundamentals; requirements for documentation; fire alarm initiating devices and notification appliances; inspection, test and maintenance; and Protected Premises Fire Alarm Systems.

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$120

Fire Alarm Systems

The purpose of a fire alarm system...

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$65

Fire Suppression Systems

Foam Suppression Systems

Foam suppression systems are utilized in applications involving hazardous materials, dangerous chemicals or flammable liquids, to prevent or suppress a fire. Foam suppression systems are either mobile, or fixed and are also found in marine applications. The characteristics of foam enable the agent to disrupt the chemical reaction of fire by removing heat and oxygen. The standards used today for foam suppression systems was developed by the National Fire Protection Association in 1921 to address fire hazards in manufacturing. The evolution of the use of foam to suppress fires considers the impact on the environment and the health of humans. Code: NFPA 11 (2024) | Duration: 4 Contact-Hours | Cost: $40.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$45

Clean Agent Suppression Systems

Clean agent suppression systems are used in fire protection to extinguish a fire with the use of gaseous agents. The gaseous agents found in clean agent fire suppression systems are designed to suffocate a fire, or disrupt the chemical reaction. The phenomenon of fire, or combustion, is a chemical reaction of the rapid oxidation of a fuel when reacting with oxygen. Carbon Dioxide, or CO2, is gaseous and used in fire suppression, however the agent is addressed in its own NFPA standard. Clean agent requirements are found in NFPA 2001, Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$55

Building Codes

Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) Systems | ICC Approved

Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) Systems is a term that frequently refers to Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES). The purpose of these systems is to ensure hand-held radio coverage in buildings for first responders. Firefighters are first responders, but the term also includes police and emergency medical personnel. ERCES were developed due to the lack of in-building communication during operations at the World Trade Center terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. The design and installation of BDA systems are required to be performed by qualified individuals. The operation of BDA systems, or lack of, can result in the loss of life. Code: IFC (2024) | NFPA 70 (2023) | NFPA 1225 (2022) | Duration: 5 Contact-Hours | Cost: $00.00 | Access: 30-Days

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

Instructional Design Group (IDG), LLC

$55

NFPA Live Virtual and In-Person Training

NFPA 1 (2021), Fire Code - Live Virtual [11/17-18/2025]

Aaron Johnson, CFEI, CVFI

Aaron Johnson, CFEI, CVFI

$770

NFPA 1 (2021), Fire Code - Live Virtual [12/8-9/2025]

Aaron Johnson, CFEI, CVFI

Aaron Johnson, CFEI, CVFI

$770

NFPA 1 (2021), Fire Code - Live Virtual [12/15-16/2025]

Aaron Johnson, CFEI, CVFI

Aaron Johnson, CFEI, CVFI

$770

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